Economy
Showcooking at its best at the usual place: Bolhão Temporary Market
Everyone, it is always a pleasure to head to Bolhão Temporary Market, and feel the aromas that make our mouth water, with Chef Victor Rodrigues, from "Em Carne Viva" restaurant, on 3 August. Entrance free!
Iconic Pergola of Foz boosted by upgrades to allow a formidable sidewalk by the sea
The landmark structure of the Pergola of Foz, the seaside covered walkway facing the Atlantic, in Porto, has been restored by the Municipality. Following this renovation works on the structure itself, the rehabilitation will extend to the balustrade, the ramparts and the staircases.
Enjoy a day with your toes in the sand as Porto has eight "world class" beaches
It's been twelve years that the Porto Coastal area is granted the Blue Flag quality seal, as eight of its nine beaches were awarded this eco-label in recognition of their quality standards. Explore Porto wonderful beaches!
"New Dubai flight to Porto opens up a whole new market from Middle East"
Gulf News interviewed Porto City Councillor for Economy, Tourism and Trade, Ricardo Valente, during a media trip organised by Emirates to Porto, early this month of July, on the occasion of the establishment of the Dubai-Porto route.
FEUP Alumnus awarded with the Microsoft Outstanding Achievers
Alumnus of the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto has received the Platinum Club - Outstanding Achievers Microsoft Award. Nelson Figueiredo de Pinho, doctorate in Industrial Engineering and Management by the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto (FEUP), was awarded the most prestigious and exclusive Microsoft Award, on 19 July.
Caricature exhibition renders amazing images of Cristiano Ronaldo in Porto
The Alameda Shop & Spot in Porto showcases a dozen of cartoons and caricatures of Cristiano Ronaldo, the planetary football star, which will be on show the entire month of August.
Craving for a magical experience? Head to Porto Oriental Park this 27 July with Unite Tomorrowland
Porto was the chosen city in Portugal for the holding of Unite with Tomorrowland, a special meeting of one day without borders, which connects Belgium to the rest of the world in a live streaming of the main stage of the Tomorrowland Festival in that country. It will be on 27 July, at Parque Oriental, as of 4pm.
The Electric Festival is just around the corner at Pasteleira Park
The Festival Eléctrico is coming up to Pasteleira Park this weekend, starting on 26, 27 and 28 July. This event is part of the "Verão é no Porto" Municipal Programme ["Summer is in Porto", free translation] and the line-up is as ambitious as ever. Check it out!
Experience Fado at Bolhão Temporary Market
The event "Bolhão em Festa" features a Fado session on 20 July starting at 3pm, with the quintet Fado Consentido. Experience this Portuguese music style, less known to those who visit the country at Bolhão Temporary Market on 20 July.
Old meets new as Super Bock Arena - Rosa Mota pavilion undergoes structural renovation in Porto
In about three months' time, the new Rosa Mota Pavilion, in the Gardens of Palácio de Cristal will open under the name Super Bock Arena - Rosa Mota Pavilion, in the city of Porto. The result is a facility that interacts with its context: a building equipped for future needs of international business or cultural events, and concurrently, the landmark facility that is restored with attractive historic features and architectural value.